There is often a certain smugness attached to the minimalists presented in popular culture. The subtle implication of “I’m better than you are”. Maybe because they have reached the type of epiphany that us mere muggles — who enjoy a frivolous purchase — could only dream of. I cringe at the image of someone sleeping […]Read More
Bridgerton is possibly the most talked-about show of 2021, and let’s face it one of the contributing factors to that is the sex scenes. The sex scenes in question are revolutionary for period dramas as there is a much greater focus on female pleasure. Particularly with the sexual awakening of Daphne (Phoebe Dynevor). However, it was seeing Daphne’s lack of sex education that got me thinking. It is understood now why women knew nothing about sex in the 1800s, but Bridgerton exposes so many problems with the sex education now. Read More
“Best. Gay. Cousin. Ever.” read the T-shirt, which the 17-year-old dancer and singer JoJo Siwa posed in to officially reveal that she is a member of the LGBTQ+ community. Two weeks later, JoJo introduced her 10 million Instagram followers to her girlfriend, Kylie, in celebration of their two-month anniversary. This has certainly captured everyone’s attention; […]Read More
Historically, both the LGBTQ+ community and ‘the composer’ have been painted as ‘the outsider’ by many. But LGBTQ+ composers have been present throughout musical history, from the Baroque period, through the height of the Classical age, onwards into nineteenth-century impressionism and modernism, and now within today’s contemporary world of classical music. Whether or not they […]Read More
After the conclusion of Dry January, the conversation surrounding reduced drinking and alcohol abstinence is at an all-time high. Sober consciousness is palpable across numerous age groups but the most notable changes can be seen in the youth today and their drinking habits. Even those who have established drinking careers are taking a step back, […]Read More
Has your partner, or the person you are dating, ever suddenly done something that causes you to feel repulsed by them? Maybe, you suddenly get the gut feeling that something is not right? If so, then you’re probably familiar with ‘the ick’. You may have heard of this term from one of your friends or […]Read More
“If I come home after a really hard shift, I just want to sit in front of my cabinets and stare at my plants and do nothing.” That’s Robin Schouten, a 29-year-old healthcare worker and student from the Netherlands, a houseplant enthusiast, and the creator of the @ikeagreenhousecabinet account and hashtag on Instagram. View this […]Read More
In the age where trends come and go faster than COVID restrictions, image is everything. Modern day celebrities, social media and the latest fashion have increased the desire for big brand names, often coming with an even bigger price tag. While they used to be associated with markets and unheard of websites, designer replicas are […]Read More
I have been on a strict gluten-free diet since I was fifteen. No, it’s not for Instagram. No, it’s not to be a hipster. I do it to survive. The gluten-free diet has been labelled a fad by far too many people who don’t understand what it is. It’s not their fault though, given […]Read More
There’s no avoiding it, like a heart-shaped balloon it rises, unavoidable and garish; Valentine’s Day. Every year the red roses and the teddy bears holding signs saying “I love you” appear in the shops. Bright pink and red hearts cover every inch of every restaurant you go into. Except for this year of course, oddly […]Read More
Following the agonisingly long wait for the US presidential results, Joe Biden won the fight to become President. With this win, hope has been reignited for the United States. Alongside the anticipation towards Joe Biden’s arrival in office, one area that evoked curiosity among the public in the states and overseas was the inauguration. Not […]Read More
Maybe you called Miley Cyrus a slut after watching the ‘Wrecking Ball’ music video, perhaps you thought Kristen Stewart needed to smile more at the Twilight premieres, or you might have jumped on the Taylor Swift hate train during the Kanye West drama. I know I did, and if you were also a teenager in […]Read More
We all know how important it is to do our bit and look after the planet. Taking small steps such as ditching single-use plastics, educating ourselves through David Attenborough documentaries and switching to a meat-free diet all contribute to the wellness and longevity of our home. Whilst taking the above steps is worth more than […]Read More
Love Letters To My 20s: A Fortnightly Column On The Stigma Surrounding Our Twenties “What’s Galentine’s Day? Oh, it’s only the best day of the year! Every February 13th, my lady friends and I leave our husbands and our boyfriends at home and we just come and kick it, breakfast-style. Ladies celebrating ladies. It’s like […]Read More
There is no escaping it, this has been a tough time for us all. Whether it be this period of lockdown number 3 or for a longer period beyond the last year. We are facing a health pandemic, economic, and personal struggles. So why should we feel guilty about rewarding ourselves? A great majority of […]Read More
